#88C0D8 Hex Color
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This dusty cyan is a desaturated, cool-toned pastel that feels airy and modern. Because of its light, muted quality, #88c0d8 works well as a background for clean tech or minimalist interfaces. Pair it with dark charcoal text to ensure maximum readability, as this combination offers strong contrast. The hex code for this soft sky blue is #88c0d8.
Questions about #88c0d8
What is #88c0d8 in RGB, HSL and CMYK?
In RGB, #88c0d8 is rgb(136, 192, 216), in HSL hsl(198, 51%, 69%) and in CMYK 37%, 11%, 0%, 15%.
What design mood does #88c0d8 create?
#88c0d8 creates an airy, professional mood often associated with clarity and modern tech interfaces. Its desaturated quality prevents it from looking childish, making it a reliable choice for calming UI backgrounds or clean, minimalist print materials.
Is #88c0d8 readable on white or black?
#88c0d8 has a 1.98:1 contrast ratio on white and 10.57:1 on black. WCAG asks for 4.5:1 for body text and 3:1 for large text, so on white it is too faint for text and on black it works for body text. Try other pairs in the contrast checker.